From Epidemiology to Epigenetics: Evidence for the Importance of Nutrition to Optimal Health Development Across the Life Course

Taylor-Baer, Marion; Herman, Dena

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-47143-3_18

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“…The consequences of nutrition deficiencies during childhood lead to growth retardation, decreased cognitive development, and impaired immune response capacity. In addition, undernourishment is associated with a higher risk of chronic disease in adulthood, thus, the coexistence of excess and deficiency conditions deserves special attention also because of these long-term consequences ( 27 – 29 ).…”

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Food Intake and the Significance of Feeding in Qom Children of Northern Argentina

Olmedo

Román

Berra

et al. 2020

Current Developments in Nutrition

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Objectives The aims of this study were to explore the food consumption patterns of Qom preschoolers and to describe cultural domains about the significance of feeding in this indigenous population in northern Argentina. Design and methods This cross-sectional and mixed-methods study was conducted in 2016–2017 and focused on 160 preschoolers and their mothers in the village of Namqom. It used a closed questionnaire, three 24-h recalls, and free listing techniques. Results Qom preschoolers had a high prevalence of excess weight (25%) and stunting (16%). Mothers reported only 38 food items consumed by preschoolers. Almost all of the children (96%) consume white bread, while 89% consume milk, 87.5% sweet cookies, 84.7% some sort of stew, 72% fried dough and 63.1% soup. In addition, it was found that preschoolers did not consume neither fresh and varied vegetables, nor available fruits. They did not consume fresh fish and other meats, either. Caregivers related the term “feeding” with “having to eat”, which might be associated with the poverty context in which they live. Caregivers also mentioned “eating right” to get healthy or grow up strong. Conclusions The present study revealed a relatively elevated consumption of high energy, but nutritionally poor food, and malnutrition, which reflects the impacts of poverty. We found that the cultural domain of food is linked to survival and depletion ideas.

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Food Intake and the Significance of Feeding in Qom Children of Northern Argentina

Olmedo

Román

Berra

et al. 2020

Current Developments in Nutrition

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“…These conclusions are consistent with earlier, more general analyses 33,34 . Shifting from meats to plant based alternatives stands to also enhance significantly the population mean intake of such nutritionally protective substances as key phytonutrients 35 , minerals and vitamins, and total and soluble fiber 36 , but may also undermine intake of other protective nutrients, primarily monounsaturated fatty acids 37 , selenium, zinc 38 , and vitamin B 12 26 . While these deficiencies are potentially clinically very serious, population data show that mostly or exclusively plant eating populations for the most part avoid such adverse consequences and enjoy extended health- and lifespans 17,26,37,39 .…”

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Environmentally Optimal, Nutritionally Sound, Protein and Energy Conserving Plant Based Alternatives to U.S. Meat

Eshel

Stainier

Shepon

et al. 2019

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Because meat is more resource intensive than vegetal protein sources, replacing it with efficient plant alternatives is potentially desirable, provided these alternatives prove nutritionally sound. We show that protein conserving plant alternatives to meat that rigorously satisfy key nutritional constraints while minimizing cropland, nitrogen fertilizer (Nr) and water use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions exist, and could improve public health. We develop a new methodology for identifying nutritional constraints whose satisfaction by plant eaters is challenging, disproportionately shaping the optimal diets, singling out energy, mass, monounsaturated fatty acids, vitamins B 3,6,12 and D, choline, zinc, and selenium. By replacing meat with the devised plant alternatives—dominated by tofu, soybeans, peanuts, and lentils—Americans can collectively eliminate pastureland use while saving 35–50% of their diet related needs for cropland, Nr, and GHG emission, but increase their diet related irrigation needs by 15%. While widely replacing meat with plants is logistically and culturally challenging, few competing options offer comparable multidimensional resource use reduction.

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“…* Categorized in the wheel of five ('in"), outside the wheel of five ("out"), and both in as outside the wheel of five ("total"). 1 Within the range of recommendation. 2 This food group, including both potatoes and cereals, was included as their products are interchangeable.…”

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“…A healthy diet, characterized by an adequate, safe, and balanced nutritional intake, is pivotal in preserving and promoting overall health throughout the life course [ 1 ]. Early childhood is a period of rapid growth and development, and therefore, a time of great opportunity, yet also vulnerability.…”

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Evaluation of Nutrient Intake and Food Consumption among Dutch Toddlers

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Improving dietary habits at a young age could prevent adverse health outcomes. The aim was to gain insight into the adequacy of the dietary intake of Dutch toddlers, which may provide valuable information for preventive measures. Data obtained from the Dutch National Food Consumption Survey 2012–2016 were used, which included 672 children aged one to three years. Habitual intakes of nutrients were evaluated according to recommendations set by the Dutch Health Council. Specific food groups were evaluated according to the Dutch food-based dietary guidelines. For most nutrients, intakes were estimated to be adequate. High intakes were found for saturated fatty acids, retinol, iodine, copper, zinc, and sodium. No statement could be provided on the adequacy of intakes of alpha-linoleic acids, N-3 fish fatty acids, fiber, and iron. 74% of the toddlers used dietary supplements, and 59% used vitamin D supplements specifically. Total median intakes of vegetables, bread, and milk products were sufficient. Consumption of bread, potatoes and cereals, milk products, fats, and drinks consisted largely of unhealthy products. Consumption of unfavorable products may have been the cause of the observed high and low intakes of several nutrients. Shifting towards a healthier diet that is more in line with the guidelines may positively affect the dietary intake of Dutch toddlers and prevent negative health impacts, also later in life.

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From Epidemiology to Epigenetics: Evidence for the Importance of Nutrition to Optimal Health Development Across the Life Course

Abstract: Nutrition is a young science. For thousands of years, foods and herbs were a major component in the armamentarium of the physician and his predecessors.

Cited by 7 publications

References 218 publications

Food Intake and the Significance of Feeding in Qom Children of Northern Argentina

Food Intake and the Significance of Feeding in Qom Children of Northern Argentina

Environmentally Optimal, Nutritionally Sound, Protein and Energy Conserving Plant Based Alternatives to U.S. Meat

Evaluation of Nutrient Intake and Food Consumption among Dutch Toddlers

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